Reflections on an Online Project-based Oral Interpretation Course: Seeking to Improve Student Emotional Well-being with a Parody Song Project

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-14
Author(s):  
Aya Kawakami
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The World ◽  
Oral Interpretation ◽  
Mental Well Being

In April 2020, the corona virus pandemic caused most universities in Japan, and the rest of the world, to go online. This article reflects upon the challenges faced in creating an online asynchronous oral interpretation class. Through the reflection, the need for sensitivity and attention to student well-being, particularly mental well-being, is considered an essential focus for the teacher, in addition to learning. The article introduces a parody song project created which focused on nurturing the emotional well-being of the students. 2020年度前期は新型コロナウィルスの影響により日本においても多くの授業がオンラインで行われた。この論文では、ドラマの授業の中でも、特にオーラルインタープリテーションの授業においてオンデマンド方式で授業を行った試みを取り上げる。オンラインであるからこそ、学生の、特に1年生のメンタルケアに心を配る必要がある。この論文では、その点を考慮して行ったパロディーソングプロジェクトを紹介する。

scholarly journals Analisis Perilaku Masyarakat Indonesia dalam Menghadapi Pandemi Virus Corona (Covid-19) dan Kiat Menjaga Kesejahteraan Jiwa

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dana Riksa Buana
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Bias ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Cognitive Biases ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Analysis Approach ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The World ◽  
The Government ◽  
Mental Well Being

AbstractBeginning in 2020, humanity throughout the world was shaken by the Corona Virus pandemic (Covid-19) which caused panic everywhere. Thousands of people were infected and thousands more died. For in Indonesia, the government has given appeals to the community in overcoming this epidemic to be effective and efficient. But in reality, there are still many Indonesian people who do not heed this appeal. Therefore, this study aims to analyze why some people bring up these behaviors, and how to overcome them. The research method used by this research is the study of literature with a descriptive analysis approach. The results show that the behavior displayed by people who do not comply with government appeals is based on cognitive biases. In addition to analyzing the behavior of Indonesian people and how to handle it, this article also presents tips for maintaining mental well-being in a positive psychological approach.Keywords: Pandemic; Covid-19; Cognitive Bias; Mental Welfare  AbstrakAwal tahun 2020 ini umat manusia di seluruh dunia digoncang dengan pandemi Virus Corona (Covid-19) yang membuat kepanikan dimana-mana. Ratusan ribu manusia terinfeksi dan ribuan lainnya meninggal dunia. Untuk di Indonesia sendiri pemerintah telah memberikan himbauan-himbauan kepada masyarakat dalam mengatasi wabah ini agar berjalan efektif dan efisien. Tetapi pada kenyataannya masih banyak masyarakat Indonesia yang tidak mengindahkan himbauan ini. Oleh karena itu penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisa mengapa sebagian masyarakat memunculkan perilaku tersebut, dan bagaimana cara mengatasinya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan oleh penelitian ini adalah studi kepustakaan dengan pendekatan deskriptif analisis. Hasil menunjukan bahwa perilaku yang ditampilkan oleh orang yang tidak mematuhi himbauan pemerintah didasari oleh bias kognitif. Selain menganalisa perilaku masyarakat Indonesia dan cara menanganinya, maka artikel ini juga memaparkan kiat-kiat menjaga kesejahteraan jiwa dalam pendekatan psikologi positif.Kata Kunci: Pandemi; Covid-19; Bias Kognitif; Kesejahteraan Jiwa

Well Teachers Teach Well

2015 ◽  
pp. 82-102
Author(s):  
Tammy Metcalf ◽  
Liz Wrocklage-Gonda
Keyword(s):  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The World ◽  
Teaching Careers ◽  
Teacher Mentor ◽  
First Job ◽  
Mental Well Being

No matter what field one enters, landing that first job and depositing that first paycheck is like no other feeling in the world. The excitement, anticipation, and demands of any career can be exceptionally challenging, and many people underestimate the toll that work—even meaningful work—can have on one's physical and mental well-being. This underestimation is especially true in the field of education, where many teachers in ever-expanding roles (teacher, mentor, counselor, etc.) work non-stop nine months out of the year only to find themselves physically and perhaps mentally exhausted. This chapter explores the teaching careers of college friends and how they have been able to break the cycle of Work/Exhaust/Repeat by recognizing, modifying, and preventing patterns that are ultimately harmful to their physical and mental well-being and make them less effective as educators.

scholarly journals YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

2020 ◽  
pp. 69-74
Author(s):  
Oxana Martirosyan ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Quality Education ◽  
International Labour Organization ◽  
Decent Work ◽  
Youth Labor Market ◽  
The World ◽  
Long Term Consequences ◽  
Mental Well Being

The economic crisis caused by the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to serious long-term consequences for young people around the world, primarily because States have suspended funding for education and a large number of youth projects, and many children and adolescents have not been able to implement their plans for quality education and decent work. The international labour organization conducted a large-scale study on “Youth and COVID-19: impact on jobs, education, rights and mental well-being”, covering 112 countries and 120 thousand respondents. The article presents some results of this study, reflecting the situation in the youth labor market.

scholarly journals Perceptions of an Insufficient Government Response at the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic are Associated with Lower Mental Well-Being

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thiemo Fetzer ◽  
Marc Witte ◽  
Lukas Hensel ◽  
Jon Jachimowicz ◽  
Johannes Haushofer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Time Variation ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Government Response ◽  
Country Level ◽  
The World ◽  
Large Scale Survey ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Mental Well Being

We conducted a large-scale survey covering 58 countries (N = 108,075) at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic—between March 20th and April 7th 2020—to explore how beliefs about citizens’ and government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the actions taken by governments, affected mental well-being. Our analyses reveal three findings. First, many respondents indicate that their country’s citizens and government’s response was insufficient. Second, respondents’ perception of an insufficient public and government response was associated with lower mental well-being. Third, we exploit time variation in country-level lockdown announcements, both around the world and through an event-study in the UK, and find that strong government actions—i.e., announcing a nationwide lockdown—were related to an improvement in respondents’ views of their fellow citizens and government, and to better mental well-being. These findings suggest that policy-makers may not only need to consider how their decisions affect the spread of COVID-19, but also how such choices influence the mental well-being of their population.

scholarly journals What Is Albinism?

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ista A. Egbeto ◽  
Jillian M. Richmond
Keyword(s):  
Protective Clothing ◽  
Genetic Disorder ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Genetic Mutations ◽  
Eye Surgery ◽  
The World ◽  
Light Color ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental Well Being

Albinism is a genetic disorder that results in decreased production of a pigment called melanin in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in light color or no color. There are several genetic mutations that cause albinism. This condition occurs throughout the world; it affects 1 in 20,000 Americans and is more common in other parts of the world, such as in Zimbabwe, Africa, where 1 in 1,000 people have some form of albinism. Currently there is no cure for albinism, however it can be managed using sunscreen, protective clothing, eyeglasses, magnifying glasses, or eye surgery for eye abnormalities. The impact of this condition on people’s lives can be devastating, so it is important to foster a positive and tolerant environment to promote the emotional and mental well-being of those who are affected.

A Qualitative Investigation of the Psychological Experiences of COVID-19 Patients Receiving Inpatient Care in Isolation

2021 ◽  
pp. 105477382110248
Author(s):  
Haoyu Pei ◽  
Qiuping Wu ◽  
Yu Xie ◽  
Jing Deng ◽  
Limei Jiang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Nursing Interventions ◽  
Phenomenological Method ◽  
Qualitative Investigation ◽  
The World ◽  
Psychological Experiences ◽  
Recovery Trajectory ◽  
Mental Well Being ◽  
Insight Into

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has spread rapidly throughout the world. Still, little is known about the psychological experiences of patients who received inpatient isolation treatment in order to improve the well-being of these patients. We randomly recruited 10 COVID-19 patients who received inpatient isolation treatment at a designated hospital in Wuhan from February to March 2020 and were discharged after recovery. The data were collected via a semi-structured interview over WeChat video and analyzed them using Calaizzi’s descriptive phenomenological method. COVID-19 patients experienced significant psychological stress during hospitalization that continued after recovery and discharge. This can be categorized into three themes: (1) negative emotions experienced; (2) uncertainty of treatment provided; and (3) worries about readjusting to daily life. The insight into a patient’s psychological experiences can support the timely implementation of personalized nursing interventions within hospitals and the community to improve the patient’s mental well-being and recovery trajectory.

scholarly journals Boston College daily sleep and well-being survey data during early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tony J. Cunningham ◽  
Eric C. Fields ◽  
Elizabeth A. Kensinger
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Open Access ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Early Start ◽  
Boston College ◽  
Initial Wave ◽  
The World ◽  
Mental Well Being ◽  
Initial Focus

AbstractWhile there was a necessary initial focus on physical health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is becoming increasingly clear that many have experienced significant social and mental health repercussions as well. It is important to understand the effects of the pandemic on well-being, both as the world continues to recover from the lasting impact of COVID-19 and in the eventual case of future pandemics. On March 20, 2020, we launched an online daily survey study tracking participants’ sleep and mental well-being. Repeated reports of sleep and mental health metrics were collected from participants ages 18–90 during the initial wave of the pandemic (March 20 – June 23, 2020). Given both the comprehensive nature and early start of this assessment, open access to this dataset will allow researchers to answer a range of questions regarding the psychiatric impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the fallout left in its wake.

The Gentleman’s Game Has New Rules for Concussion: Possible Impact and Controversies

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (01) ◽  
pp. 11-16
Author(s):  
Manjul Tripathi ◽  
Harsh Deora ◽  
Nishant S. Yagnick ◽  
Sandeep Mohindra ◽  
Aman Batish ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Head Injuries ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
The World ◽  
The Cost ◽  
First Time ◽  
Mental Well Being

Abstract Background When Jofra Archer bowled that fateful bouncer that felled Steve Smith, arguably the best batsman in the world, the gut-churning incident revived images of the horrific Phillip Hughes tragedy. Fortunately, Smith was soon up and about, but he was forced off the ground by the medicos. Less than an hour later, the 30-year-old came back to the crease to resume his innings on 80 not out but he did not look right. He soon fell for 92—the first time he was dismissed under a hundred in the series—to a misjudgment that he would never make normally. Following this, discussions regarding concussions in sports in general and cricket in particular had been reignited throughout the world. Methods We reviewed all available literatures on concussion in cricket and also reviewed all possible guidelines issued by the International Cricket Council and Cricket Australia on concussion. The latest guidelines issued on May 23, 2019 were kept as the basis for this article. Causes and possible methods/steps in management of the same were considered. Discussion Sport should not be played at the cost of lives and mental well-being of the players. The guidelines issued are very exhaustive and useful but have no meaning if they are not implemented properly. Sports-related injuries are often considered trivial but considering recent events, they are not. There is a spectrum ranging from craniofacial injuries to concussion, leading to career and even life-ending injuries in professional cricket. In retrospect, most of the injuries were concussions but they had a lasting impact on the players’ career. Conclusion Appropriate medical personnel must be present at all times to cover all matches (preferably having experience in head injuries). The decision on the medical personnel pervades any stage of the game and substitutes should be considered immediately, with return to play only after proper evaluation, and clearance has been obtained.

scholarly journals Novel Corona Virus Prediction and Transmission Analysis using Machine Learning Models

2021 ◽  
Vol 309 ◽  
pp. 01034
Author(s):  
G. Karuna ◽  
K. Pravallika ◽  
Karanam Madhavi ◽  
V. Srilakshmi ◽  
K. Swaraja ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Machine Learning ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Regression Model ◽  
Polynomial Regression ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Support Vector ◽  
Learning Models ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The World ◽  
Machine Learning Models

Today we all are suffering from Covid-19, a novel virus and it is the most harmful disease across the world which mainly comes under the domain of health care research. Healthcare system gives importance to health states of the population or individual. Healthcare plays a vital role in promoting physical and mental health and well- being of people around the world. Efficient health care system leads to country’s economy, industrialization and development. Corona virus is dangerous animal and human pathogens and it is threatening people by spreading all over the world. Corona virus patients mostly suffer from lung infection studies have shown it clinically. We proposed detailed analysis on how to predict the expected death, recovered and confirmed cases based on the available data across the world using various machine learning models. Especially we constructed linear regression model (LRM), support vector machine model (SVMM) and polynomial regression models (PRM) and predicted future expected cases over a period of next 15 days. The error between the predicted model and official data curve is quite small in the process of transmission in data modeling. Compare to other models Polynomial regression model performs best prediction of corona positive cases. Forward prediction and backward inference of the epidemic helps to take decisions for necessary actions during Covid-19 propagation.

scholarly journals Traumatic Skepticism of COVID 19

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-88
Author(s):  
Nidhi Sharma
Keyword(s):  
New World ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychosocial Impact ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Peace Of Mind ◽  
The World ◽  
The Masses ◽  
Mass Hysteria ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental Well Being

The impact of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is not just limited to fatalities around the world in the present times. The psychosocial impact is catastrophic and will last much longer than ever anticipated. The stigma attached to the fear of an isolated and lonely death, the trauma of not being close to your loved ones, the societal economic derailment, the loss of campus experiences by freshmen at any level across the globe, and above all the mass hysteria of staying caged behind closed doors until all is well demands the restructuring of both the physical and psychological aspects of the society. Even the stress and pressure on the medics and scientists across the globe is immense. The lurking fear of uncertainty, the pain of losing jobs, livelihood, businesses, and homes along with exposure to contradicting information has taken its toll on people’s peace of mind. The masses are struggling to adapt to the new world in the hope that everything will go back to the usual ‘normal’ soon. Only long-lasting and effective measures for physical and mental well-being, astute direction, and the planned steps can help heal the trauma of skeptical life ahead.

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